1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 924 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1600 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
